Bob,

Thanks for your input and I understand where you are coming from.

The Chip Network is a social network , the forum is only a small part of the site. Its like a facebook for chippers.

Some of the other features of The Chip Network are :

Members create there own profile , and can upload photos , videos & music to their profile page along with having a "Wall" which can be used to post anything to your profile , and have other members post on your wall as well.

Members can create and join chat rooms , instant message members from within the site & also have video and voice chats all from within the site.

Members can create "Groups" such as " The Deadwood Group " ( as an example ), so members that are interested in items from Deadwood can join the group and communicate with other members with the same interests. Members can create events for the group , upload images and videos to the group and also have access to a private group forum.

We also have a "Magazine" ( blog ) so members can blog about chip collections , new items , anything they feel like posting.

There is also a "News" section where any casino / chip related news will be published and many other features as well , and more to come as the site grows.